Bronny James didn't get much playing time with the Los Angeles Lakers to start the season, and so when the team sent him to the NBA G League to get more action with the South Bay Lakers, he didn't waste the opportunity given to him. LeBron James' eldest son quickly got to work in South Bay's season-opener against the Salt Lake City Stars on Saturday. In fact, it was the 20-year-old wing who scored the team's first bucket for his first official G League points.
James pulled up from mid-range and drained his shot smoothly, earning cheers from the sold-out crowd—most of whom came there to watch him play. 1⃣st bucket of the season pic.twitter.
com/mnuEnQ7oip Sure enough, the highlight play got fans buzzing, with several fans showing their support for the youngster. "Welcome to the G League Bronny!" a fan commented on Hoop Central's post about the play. "He’s a pure scorer," another one said.
"Yes he too good for the g league," a supporter added. A social media user added, "One of many more buckets to come." "Already getting buckets," an impressed fan added.
"Like father like son," a sixth poster shared. John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images Bronny James is certainly off to a good start in the G League.
To make things even better, his dad LeBron James, mom Savannah James and younger sister Zhuri came to watch his debut at the UCLA Health Training Center. Related: Bronny James' Girlfriend Gets Sweet Letter From Lakers Rookie.
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Fans React to Bronny James' Highlight in NBA G League Debut
Bronny James quickly got to work...